Just a few blocks away from central square Plac Nowy, Bottiglieria 1881 was the first restaurant in Kraków to be awarded a MICHELIN Star and the first restaurant in Poland to be promoted to the two-star league. Run by chef Przemsyław Klima, Bottiglieria 1881 is definitely at the forefront of restaurants showcasing contemporary Polish cuisine. In Bottiglieria1881, Klima and his team have taken things to the next level, working predominantly with produce from the Lesser Poland region, choosing local venison or freshwater fish over delicacies imported from faraway countries.

The first – and only, at present – 2 star Michelin restaurant in Poland, this is where you should book if you want to understand the depth of Polish cuisine. Ravaged by wars and border changes, this country guards its culinary heritage with passion and Klima is definitely one of its guardians. Chef Klima manages to encapsulate the essence of the Polish kitchen in his rural-centric menu which transports you to another time and another place but go with it and you will maybe understand the strength of a nation which has, time and time again, needed to fight to survive.

This small place is something else: an elegant wine cellar, rediscovered and resurrected after have been buried some hundred years, deep in the old Kazimierz quarter. The small, high-quality menu is constructed primarily to accompany wine, and yet it is a serious affair: although the menu is small, the quality is high. Wines are taken seriously here, and the sommelier has a particular affinity for wines from northern Italy, particularly the Piedmont and Veneto regions.

With a menu of exquisite haute cuisine, Bottiglieria 1881 combines class and style and a passion for wine culture in a renovated cellar of the historical neighborhood of Kazimierz. Simple and tasteful, the restaurant’s menu changes seasonally according to the availability of fresh ingredients. Starting with the rhubarb, brioche and lavender foie gras and finishing with a bout of tasty tapas, patrons will not be disappointed.

However, the main star of the Kazimierz district (and the entire gastronomic scene in Krakow) is Bottiglieria 1881 (Bocheńska 5), the only restaurant in the city with a Michelin star. It is an excellent and uncompromising fine dining experience based on products from the Małopolska Province, with precise and vibrant ingredient combinations. The local cuisine is sophisticated and elegant, taking inspiration from Scandinavian minimalism and the trends of modern Parisian neo-bistros.

Bottiglieria 1881 is a small wine cellar in Kazimierz, the Jewish district of Krakow, which has been brought to life again after a long period of neglect. This historic cellar has been revived and has been entirely decorated by local craftspeople who have skillfully handcrafted the stone, wood and metal into a charming celebration of history and modernity. Bottiglieria 1881 specialises in wine ...

A visit to the only restaurant in Poland awarded with two Michelin stars requires reservations several months in advance. So, if you plan to visit Kraków, check if tables are available!. Dinner in such a place is an experience that doesnot only consist of excellent food but also the right choice of wines, stories, and excellent service that creates an unforgettable atmosphere.

Sophistication, depth and a wonderful purity of flavour can all be found in the cooking at this marble-floored restaurant. Choose from two tasting menus, the ‘Introduction’ or the ‘Full Experience’, both of which feature creative, well-balanced dishes. The best of the Polish larder is used throughout, while each finely crafted course is finished with an artistic flourish.

W przewodniku Michelin, który ukazał się w czerwcu 2020 r., gwiazdkę w kategorii restauracji komfortowych (oznaczonych dwoma kompletami sztućców) otrzymała Bottiglieria 1881, która w ten sposób dołączyła do najlepszych restauracji na świecie. Do tej pory w Polsce gwiazdką Michelin mogły się pochwalić jedynie lokale warszawskie.

Creative, €€€€ Michelin’s upgraded two-star rating marks Kazimierz’s Bottiglieria out as one of the very best restaurants in Kraków, with a price to match. There are two tasting menus with creative interpretations of Polish and Nordic dishes – the Introduction or Full Experience.Address: ul. Bocheńska 5, Kraków.

Kraków’s Bottiglieria 1881 is the only restaurant in Poland with two Michelin stars. It was once a modern bistro with an extensive wine list and aspirations for more. After a few years, both the concept and part of the ownership changed, and today it stands as a truly exceptional place on every scale.

Bottiglieria 1881 (Bocheńska 5 LU 1, www) – one of the smallest restaurants in Kraków – and one of the best. In this tiny wine place chef Paweł Kras serves fantastic seasonal fine dining dishes from a short and creative menu. The waiters are impeccable and passionate about wine.

I had put quite a lot of energy into finding a really good restaurant for our last night in Poland. Many blogs pointed in the same direction – Bottiglieria 1881 in Kazimierz. The restaurant is a bit hidden in a residential area, but very central in Kazimierz.

Bottiglieria 1881 is a hidden gem among the best wine bars in Krakow. Bottiglieria 1881 is situated on a side street off Plac Wolnica (the Jewish district) in a century-old cellar. The bar is cozy, small, intimate, arranged with taste and elegance.

„My cuisine pushes boundaries, brings back memories and explores flavours from my childhood. It also helps to explore unfamiliar combinations and create new memories. Our only limitation is the natural boundaries imposed by the seasons.

So far, we’ve leaned rather heavily into the rustic end of the Krakow food scene. Time then for the city’s only Michelin-starred address to shine. Head to Bottiglieria 1881 for dinner and there’s only one choice – the tasting menu.

1 spoon and fork symbol: Karakter, Industrial (od czasu opublikowania rekomendacji restauracja została zamknięta), Pod Nosem, Bianca, La Campana, Farina, Del Papa, Bottiglieria 1881, Zazie, Miodova, Hana Sushi, Zakładka, Sąsiedzi.

As Kraków’s only two-Michelin-starred restaurant, Bottiglieria 1881 offers an intimate dining experience with an exceptional wine list of over 450 labels. It’s renowned for its seamless service and expertly curated wine pairings.

Also shortlisted by the World Culinary Awards for Poland’s best restaurant were two others in Kraków – Bottiglieria 1881 and Zazie Bistro – and one from Warsaw, Butchery & Wine.